All-In Design
"All-In Design" is IIDA Alabama's podcast that invites you into the dynamic world of commercial interior design. Immerse yourself in the artistry, innovation, and inspiration that shape the spaces where we work, collaborate, and create. Discover the latest trends, cutting-edge technologies, and timeless design principles that define the ever-evolving landscape of commercial interiors.
Episodes
32 episodes
Episode #31 - Interview with Emily Raley
Join us on this episode of "All-In Design", where we interview Emily Raley of Davis Architects. We discuss Emily's interest in athletic design and also her love of the grandma's house aesthetic. We explore how she got into the industry, her pas...
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Season 2
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Episode 31
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1:02:09
Episode #30 - Interview with Audrey Roy
In this episode of All-In Design, we speak with Audrey Roy of Nequette Architecture & Design. Even though this is a podcast about interior design, we do a deep dive into a discussion on sourdough. Turns out our hosts know very little on tha...
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Season 2
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Episode 30
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1:00:15
Episode #29 - Interview with Bradley Logan
Join us on this episode of All-In Design, where we have a lively discussion with our local thespian, music man, bartender, and director of design at Lathan Associates - Bradley Logan. It's a fun discussion covering Bradley's meandering path to ...
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Season 2
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Episode 29
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1:00:53
Episode #28 - Interview with Andrew Aho
In this episode (our longest episode to date), we talk with Andrew Aho with KPS Group, Inc. Andrew came into the studio bearing gifts, the never before heard of "Long Drink" and a photo of Chad from the past. With that as our beginning, we laun...
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Season 2
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Episode 28
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1:01:36
Episode # 27 - Interview with Erin Griffo
In this episode, we interview Erin Griffo with Gresham Smith. Not to give away any spoilers, but she may or may not be married to one of the podcast hosts (not Chad). We had a great conversation covering healthcare design, empathetic design, an...
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Season 2
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Episode 27
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54:30
Episode #26 - Interview with Ivy Schuster
In this episode of All-In Design, we speak with Ivy Schuster of Hatcher Schuster Interiors. We explore Ivy's interest in art and how that lead her into the interior design world, we talk about the transition from working in a design firm to own...
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Season 1
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Episode 26
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39:41
Episode #25 - Interview with Ainsley Dreher
On this very special episode of "All-In Design, we speak with Ainsley Dreher of Design Innovations. It's a fun conversation learning about Ainsley's roots in Louisiana, the challenges of owning your own design firm, and her passion for healthca...
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Season 1
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Episode 25
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35:37
Episode #24 - Interview with Robbie Deason
In this episode, we have a lively conversation with Robbie Deason with turnerboone. Robbie took a fairly straightforward approach to becoming an interior designer via the US Air Force, selling Yellow Pages adverts, and majoring in Fashion Marke...
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Season 1
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Episode 24
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48:54
Episode # 23 - Interview with Nicole Kimbrell
In this episode, we speak with Nicole Kimbrell with AI Corporate Interiors. Nicole started as an interior designer in her dealership but is now a partner and VP of Sales (although she still wears the interior designer hat often). We discuss som...
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Season 1
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Episode 23
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35:03
Episode #22 - Interview with My Luu
In this episode, we speak with My Luu, an interior designer at Innerspaice Architectural Interiors. My gives us insight into the world of GSA and State Contract bids and the trends she sees in that market. Also, if you leave your office door un...
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Season 1
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Episode 22
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40:22
Episode #21 - Interview with Madison Milldrum
In this episode, we speak with Madison Milldrum with Interior Elements. We discuss her joining the dealership straight out of college, the rise of CET, and designing spaces for the Instagram world.
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Season 1
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Episode 21
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36:34
#20 - Interview with Emily Pinneo
On this episode, we talk with Emily Pinneo, an interior designer at Business Interiors. We explore this other career within the field of interior design and its place within the industry. Emily touches on how her furniture dealership works with...
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Season 1
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Episode 20
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41:25
#18 - Professional Development Symposium (14 people)
This episode was recorded at the IIDA Professional Development Symposium. We came up with several, hard-hitting questions about the interior design profession and asked various attendees of the symposium to stop by the recording booth to have a...
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Season 1
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Episode 18
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41:54
#17 - Interview with Mickey Davis
In this episode, we talk with Mickey Davis of Carpet Specialties. Join us as we discuss the power of networking, the importance of getting involved in your industry and the trade organizations that surround it, and find out what Mickey wakes up...
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Season 1
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Episode 17
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40:49
#16 - Interview with Liz Hunsicker
In this very serious episode, we have a lively discussion with Liz Hunsicker with Haworth. We cover how she made the transition from interior designer to manufacturer sales, the initial challenges she faced, and the rewards of the job. She also...
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Season 1
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Episode 16
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36:54
#15 - Interview with Jimmy Harrison
In this episode, we continue our conversations with manufacturer representatives with an engaging discussion with Jimmy Harrison of Harrison Workplace Furnishings. Listen in to learn about Jimmy's transition from office supply sales to owning h...
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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37:36
#14 - Interview with Tonia Trotter Price
In this episode, we talk with Tonia Trotter Price with Sesco Lighting. Although we appreciate every guest we have on, we especially like those that bring margaritas. Join us as we discuss Tonia's background and journey to rep sales, her impecca...
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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43:22
#13 - Interview with Vince Morgan
In this episode of All-In Design, we talk with Vince Morgan with Momentum. Vince shares with us how he got into the industry, how a boy from New York ends up in Alabama (spoiler - "go to Alabama or you're fired"), and what it takes to be a succ...
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34:08
#12 - Interview with Lori Bailey
In this episode, the first of our "Talking with Reps" series, we have a discussion with Lori Bailey of Interface. We explore her first job as an interior designer and her then transition into sales. We hear about her chaotic "day in the life" o...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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40:11
Episode #11 - Jessica Babler in Chicago
In this episode, which is clearly our finest work to date, we are joined by Jessica Babler with KPS Group, as we discuss all things NeoCon (and Design Days). Daltile was nice enough to host our somewhat meandering recording session on Day...
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25:06
#10 - Episode with Katy Lucas
Join us for a discussion with Katy Lucas of Goodwyn Mills Cawood. In this episode, we discuss the rewards of creating space for people to inhabit, especially as it relates to educational spaces. We explore the importance of communication and do...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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33:55
#9 - Interview with Nancy Jernigan
In this episode of All-In Design, we have a conversation with Nancy Jernigan, our first sole practitioner on the podcast. We discuss all of her many skillz, especially in how to approach timeless design. We are also treated to Mark discus...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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30:03
#8 - Interview with John Beason
Join us for a discussion with John Beason of Williams Blackstock Architects. In this episode, we talk about the importance of having a strong design concept from the start and the beauty of simplicity. We also discuss what makes a great anniver...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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36:19